“It is essential to act very quickly, efficiently and united”. Thus Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, commented on the news on the new variant of Covid-19, the Nu variant, which according to experts would present 32 different mutations in the spike protein. “We know that mutations can lead to the emergence and spread of even more troubling variants that could spread around the world in just a few months,” he stressed.
The European Commission today proposed to Member States to activate the “emergency brake” on travel from southern African countries and other countries involved, to limit the spread of the new variant.
“All air travel to these countries should be suspended until we have a clear understanding of the danger posed by this new variant,” von der Leyen said. “And travelers returning from this region should adhere to strict quarantine rules.” .